The best possible antenna you've probably never heard of
Thanks to Australian radio amateur Peter Parker (VK3YE) for this fascinating discussion of the "classic" Bobtail Curtain HF Antenna. Because of its low angle of radiation, bi-directional pattern, and moderate gain, Peter calls the Bobtail Curtain "the best possible antenna you've probably never heard of ." This antenna is easy to make from locally available materials or from online vendors. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cnc14VW8Ro. Thanks for joining us today. Russ (KH6JRM/AL0HA). Here are some comments from Peter (VK3YE): A great antenna for HF portable QRP DX. Consider it if you want a low radiation angle for DX, don't have very tall masts and wish to operate on or near a conductive surface. A good write-up on the Bobtail Curtain is here: http://www.antentop.org/w4rnl.001/scv... Contents 0:00 Introduction 0:27 Pen and paper drawing 2:45 Radiation patter...